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When to Plant Boysenberries in Louisiana

Boysenberries are a cross between raspberries, blackberries, and loganberries, producing large, dark, intensely flavored berries. They are excellent for jams and pies.

Louisiana spans USDA hardiness zones 8b, 9a, 9b (with planting data available), so planting dates vary by your location within the state. Click your zone below for the most accurate dates.

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Click your county for exact Boysenberries planting dates based on your local frost dates.

Boysenberries Planting Calendar for Louisiana

Zone 8b ~276 day growing season · Full guide →

Last frost: February 25 · First frost: November 28 · 276 day season

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors March 18 Mar 18 – Apr 1
Zone 9a ~303 day growing season · Full guide →

Last frost: February 10 · First frost: December 10 · 303 day season

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors February 24 Feb 24 – Mar 10
Zone 9b ~329 day growing season · Full guide →

Last frost: January 25 · First frost: December 20 · 329 day season

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors February 8 Feb 8 – Feb 22

Growing Tips for Louisiana

Provide strong trellising for vigorous canes. Prune spent canes to ground after harvest. Mulch heavily to retain moisture. Protect from wind to prevent cane damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Boysenberries in Louisiana?

Planting dates for Boysenberries in Louisiana depend on your USDA zone. Louisiana spans zones 8b, 9a, 9b. Check the planting calendar above for your specific zone's frost dates and planting windows.

What zone is Louisiana for planting?

Louisiana contains USDA hardiness zones 8b, 9a, 9b. Your specific zone depends on your location within the state — northern and higher-elevation areas are in colder zones, while southern and coastal areas are warmer.

Data sources: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (2023), NOAA 30-Year Climate Normals, University Cooperative Extension planting guides. Last updated: May 2026.